England and Spurs striker Kane focused on quick return from injury

Kane, who suffered problems in the same ankle last season, is expected back in training next month.

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Tottenham forward Harry Kane is set for a spell on the sidelines with an ankle injury (Steven Paston/PA Images)

Tottenham striker Harry Kane is determined to make a swift return to action after it was confirmed he would be out of action until April with damaged lateral ligaments in his right ankle.

The England forward suffered the problem during Sunday’s 4-1 win at Bournemouth, and a scan to establish a clearer picture of the full extent of his injury had been delayed because of swelling around the joint.

Tottenham announced details of the “preliminary assessments” in a short statement on the club’s official website on Wednesday afternoon, which said the striker was “expected to return to First Team training next month.”

Disappointing to be out until next month but injuries are part of the game. Will do everything I can to get back out there asap. ? pic.twitter.com/sznSx6C5Kl